1978 Volvo 164 vs. 2011 Honda Insight
To start off, 2011 Honda Insight is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Volvo 164 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Volvo 164 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Volvo 164 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Insight.
Because 1978 Volvo 164 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Volvo 164. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Insight, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1978 Volvo 164 (204 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1978 Volvo 164 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Volvo 164 | 2011 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Volvo | Honda |
| Model | 164 | Insight |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5610 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2550 mm |
